"Unruly Americans and the Origin of the Constitution," Liberty Lectures, a Revolution-era history series, Wednesday, March 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., St. John's Church, 2401 E. Broad St., Richmond. Dr. Woody Holton, University of Richmond associate professor of history, will discuss his new book. The lecture is 11 a.m.-noon and lunch/book-signing is noon-1 p.m. The lecture is free. Lunches cost $10 and must be pre-ordered. Books may be pre-ordered for $28. Reserve lunch and/or book at 804/649-0711, ext. 301, by Feb. 27.
"Military Through the Ages," Saturday-Sunday, March 15-16, Jamestown Settlement. Military re-enactors return for the 25th consecutive year for a unique chronological display of military history. Programs show how soldiers throughout time dressed and armed themselves, as well as how they were fed and sheltered in times of war. Mock skirmishes, tactical demonstrations and a variety of vehicles and equipment. 888/593-4682, historyis fun.org.
Annual Revolutionary War Re-enactment, Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, April 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Historic Battersea, Upper Appomattox and Battersea Lane, Petersburg. Experience and learn about the soldiers who fought in the war for independence. Battles, skirmishes, period music, dancing, acrobatics, children's games. Chat with the soldiers and meet the sutlers. Free. 800/368-3595; petersburg-va.org.
New military rates being offered by the Virginia Historical Society to military personnel and their families. Active-duty members may purchase individual memberships for $32 and family memberships for $55, a savings of $13 for individuals and $7 for families. Details: 804/342-9658; Email: kwinters@vahistorical.org. Purchase online at vahistorical.org.
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